Night-Shift Registered Nurse — Corrections Clinic

Sdsoybean; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full state benefits

SDRS retirement

Job summary

Department of Corrections in Sioux Falls, SD seeks a Registered Nurse for the night shift at the South Dakota State Penitentiary. The role includes nursing care, documentation, medication administration, and collaboration with medical staff.

Responsibilities include patient education, infection control, and participation in a weekend on-call rotation. Must hold an active RN license and strong English communication skills; shift may include weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Current, valid Registered Nurse license (SD Board or eNLC participating state).
• Ability to treat patients daily in varied settings.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to respond to emergencies involving offenders or medical situations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; fluent in English.
• Ability to read and write in English; follow instructions and detail orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care for incarcerated offenders in clinic settings; night shift.
• Document accurately and timely to maintain inmate medical records.
• Administer medications and assist with procedures; participate in treatment plans.
• Ensure infection control and safety; conduct triage and patient education.
• Assist physicians and other clinicians; manage medication restocking.
• Participate in on-call weekend rotations and weekend shifts.

Skills

Patient care

Emergency response

Communication

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Shift work

Education

RN license (SD eNLC)

Job description

Department of Corrections in Sioux Falls, SD seeks a Registered Nurse for the night shift at the South Dakota State Penitentiary. The role includes nursing care, documentation, medication administration, and collaboration with medical staff.

Responsibilities include patient education, infection control, and participation in a weekend on-call rotation. Must hold an active RN license and strong English communication skills; shift may include weekends and holidays.